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Alexandria Bombarded
Alexandria bombarded When Arabi Pasha rebels against the benevolent British rule, the English fleet under Beresford bombard the town for 10 hours before occupying it
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Alexandria Arabi Benevolent Beresford Bombard Bombarded Hours Occupying Pasha Rebels Rule
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Alexandria Bombarded poster print from Media Storehouse's extensive collection, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you back in time to 1882, when Alexandria, Egypt, was under siege. The scene depicts the English fleet bombarding the town for ten hours during the Arabi Rebellion, marking an end to the benevolent British rule. Add a touch of history to your walls with this evocative and intriguing poster print. Perfect for history enthusiasts, educators, or anyone looking to add a unique and thought-provoking piece to their home or office. Embrace the past and ignite the imagination with Media Storehouse's Alexandria Bombarded poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Alexandria Bombarded: A Historical Moment of Conflict between Arabi Pasha's Rebels and the British Rule (circa 1908) This evocative image captures the intense moment of Alexandria's bombardment by the English fleet under Admiral Beresford. The photograph, taken during the early 20th century, documents a significant historical event that unfolded when Arabi Pasha, the Egyptian nationalist leader, rebelled against the perceived benevolent British rule. The rebellion, which began in 1882, gained momentum as Arabi Pasha sought to establish Egyptian independence. In response, the British government dispatched a powerful fleet to Egypt, led by Admiral Sir Beauchamp Seymour Beresford. The fleet, anchored off Alexandria's shores, bombarded the town for ten consecutive hours, causing extensive damage to the city's infrastructure and civilian population. The bombardment marked a turning point in the conflict, paving the way for the British occupation of Egypt. The eventual defeat of Arabi Pasha's forces led to the establishment of a British protectorate over Egypt, which lasted until 1952. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the complex historical relationship between Egypt and the British Empire. It serves as a visual testament to the political tensions and military conflicts that characterized the late 19th and early 20th centuries in Africa. The image's haunting beauty underscores the human cost of political upheaval and the enduring impact of colonialism on the region.
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